The DWP has provided details on the Winter Fuel Payment for this year. If you qualify, you can expect to receive between £100 and £300. These payments are made to pensioners born before September 22, 1959, in November and December.
Individuals earning over £35,000 will need to repay the payment through the tax system unless they choose to opt out. The income eligibility is assessed per person. For instance, if one partner earns £30,000 per year and the other earns £40,000, one would retain their share of the payment while the other would repay it.
The amount you receive is determined by your age during the qualifying week and whether you or someone in your household claims benefits. Individuals aged 80 or over typically receive the higher Winter Fuel Payment amount. The qualifying week for this winter is September 15 to 21, 2025.
If you live alone or no one in your household is eligible, you will receive a specific payment. The payment varies depending on whether you claim certain benefits individually or jointly with a partner. Additionally, if you reside in a care home and meet the criteria, you will receive a designated payment.